4+ day, 4+ hour ago  (491+ words) Published 1: 46 pm Friday, June 19, 2026 A lawsuit challenging the Madras Aquatic Center Recreation District's budget has been dismissed, ending a months-long legal dispute over whether the district improperly adopted its spending plan. The lawsuit, filed by 10 taxpayers in December 2025, alleged the…...

4+ day, 7+ hour ago  (250+ words) Published 10: 59 am Friday, June 19, 2026 by Energy Trust of Oregon As we head into summer, there's help available for changes that could keep your house cool and your energy bills lower. When temperatures hit triple-digits, plugging in a window air conditioner…...

5+ day, 3+ hour ago  (138+ words) Published 2: 16 pm Thursday, June 18, 2026 The Madras Runners will have a little help this summer for their Workout Wednesdays beginning June 24 at the Madras High School track. The workout series begins at 5: 30 p. m. , and community members are welcome to join for a…...

5+ day, 3+ hour ago  (300+ words) Madras Pioneer Swing Into the Season at Desert Peaks Published 2: 22 pm Thursday, June 18, 2026 The City of Madras owns Madras" Desert Peaks Golf Course, which is open to the public year-round, weather permitting. The wide-open spaces and beautiful mountain views make…...

5+ day, 4+ hour ago  (285+ words) Published 2: 15 pm Thursday, June 18, 2026 The 2026 Oregon D5 All-Stars Tournament will be held in Prineville June 19 through 27, hosted by Crook County Little League. Nine leagues and 43 teams, including Bend North, Bend South, Crook County, Jefferson County, La Pine, Redmond, Sisters, The Dalles…...

5+ day, 3+ hour ago  (282+ words) Published 2: 19 pm Thursday, June 18, 2026 The 30th Annual Todd Beamer Memorial Run will kick off the Madras Fourth of July activities. The run honors the life and legacy of Todd Beamer " a former Madras High School and college quarterback, teacher and coach…...

5+ day, 1+ hour ago  (219+ words) Published 4: 35 pm Thursday, June 18, 2026 The Elks Golf Tournament took place on June 13 and celebrated the winning team from Pratum Co-Op. The tournament was held as a fundraiser for the local Elks Lodge, which hosts many events for the community. Ed…...

6+ day, 21+ hour ago  (329+ words) Published 1: 34 pm Tuesday, June 16, 2026 May Monthly Activity Report Total Call Activity: 980 Log items are charges, not convictions. A Jefferson County Sheriff's Office deputy was dispatched to Culver for a report of a stolen vehicle. Report taken. A deputy with the…...

6+ day, 21+ hour ago  (1273+ words) Published 1: 43 pm Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Want to add an event? Please call 541. 615. 7354 or email joey. lantz@madraspioneer. com by 12 p. m. Wednesday to be included! Due to new deadlines, we can no longer accept later submissions. Madras Rock and Gem Show: 11 a. m. open daily…...

6+ day, 21+ hour ago  (850+ words) Published 8: 29 pm Tuesday, June 16, 2026 After months of leadership turnover at City Hall, Madras officials have chosen Brenda Fahey to lead the city, a move they hope will bring stability to the city, rife with turnover in recent months. Fahey, the…...